Technical Operations Coordinator

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About the Role: 

Curtin University is thrilled to announce a full-time (1.0 FTE) opening for the position of Technical Operations Coordinator.

This position is dedicated to overseeing the efficient management of laboratories within the Curtin Medical Research Institute. You will play a key role in coordinating laboratory-based research, ensuring that both staff and students receive high-quality support while maintaining rigorous safety standards for all materials, equipment, and processes. As a vital member of the Curtin Medical Research Institute, you will collaborate closely with the Technical Operations Manager and the rest of the institute team to facilitate the seamless operation of our laboratories.

If you possess strong organisational and leadership skills and are passionate about fostering an environment that prioritises safety and innovation in scientific education and research, we encourage you to apply and join our dedicated team.

Who we are looking for:

1. A relevant degree qualification and considerable relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training. Relevant degrees include Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Molecular Biology etc.
2. Strong organisational skills and ability to manage tasks for timely completion.
3. Proven experience in conducting experiments and working within a research setting.
4. Understanding of Occupational Safety and Health legislation, laboratory safety Australian standards and office of the gene technology regulator requirements, and demonstrated commitment to applying them in a work setting.
5. Excellent interpersonal skills for building professional relationships at various organisational levels.
6. Strong verbal and written communication skills with effective negotiation and influencing abilities.
7. Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex issues.
8. Ability to identify and implement process improvements for enhanced service quality and efficiency.

Desirable

• Previous experience in the higher education sector.

Role Requirements:

• As this is a continuing (permanent) role, you will require permanent work rights in Australia to be considered.
• Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin's satisfaction.
• A level of fitness commensurate with the position.

About Curtin University 

We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page -   

What We Offer You: 

Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket. Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more. For more information, check out our benefits page.

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If this sounds like your next role, please click APPLY NOW ensuring to attach the following documents:  

• Updated Resume
• Cover Letter sharing your interest and addressing the 'who we are looking for' stated in the advertisement.

If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on or option 3,1), quoting the reference number. Please note applications will not be accepted via this email address.  

Applications close: Wednesday, 3rd September 2025.

Disclaimer: Please note that there is no standardised time for the closing of adverts on the specified date. Therefore, we recommend submitting your application ahead of this deadline. Late applications will not be considered, and only successful candidates will be contacted. 

Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.  

Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert.